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Author of Journey to the Hills and other Stories - a nostalgic memoir based in the 1960s and The Mussoorie Murders - a classic murder mystery that has become a National Bestseller within 6 months of launch. The latest book, 'Mussoorie Montage: Tales from the Hills' has been published in April 2025.
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Fear, Justice and Curiosity | Why India Loves Crime Stories | Anirban Bhattacharyya, Amrita Mukherjee, Divyaroop Bhatnagar | OCLF
On 23rd Nov 2025 05.00 PM TO 05:40 PM
This powerful OCLF panel brought together three leading voices from India’s crime, media, and mystery writing landscape. Anirban Bhattacharyya, creator of iconic shows like Savdhaan India and Fear Files, joined crime journalist and author Amrita Mukherjee and bestselling novelist Divyaroop Bhatnagar for a deep dive into why India remains captivated by crime stories. In conversation with Adv. Tufel Sharif, the session explored the psychology behind fear, justice, and human curiosity.
The speakers discussed how crime narratives allow readers and viewers to join the investigation, decode clues, and stay mentally engaged. From real cases like the Kolkata Don murder to fictional bestsellers like The Mussoorie Murders, the panel traced how real crime and imagination often intersect. They also examined the rise of crime content on OTT platforms and the influence of media trials on public perception.
The session was dynamic, engaging, and packed with insights into why crime remains one of India’s most loved storytelling genres.